Drive Electric Minnesota is a partnership of MN’s electric vehicle (EV) champions. Facilitated by @GreatPlainsInst
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New MIT research debunks common EV myths ⚡📊
Across nearly every U.S. zip code, EVs have lower emissions and often lower lifetime costs than gas cars—even in cold climates or fossil-heavy grids.
Read more:
anthropocenemagazine.org/202…
#EVFacts
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The 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit covers up to 30% of EV charger costs for eligible projects in qualifying areas. ⏳ It expires for property placed in service after June 30, 2026—if you can, get projects in service this month!
More here: irs.gov/credits-deductions/a…
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Affordable EVs are gaining traction 🚗⚡
Honda’s new electric hot hatch starts around $21K—and already has 7,000 preorders in a month. [electrek.co]
Strong demand shows the importance of low-cost EV options.
More:
electrek.co/2026/05/25/honda…
#EVs
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“Range anxiety” may be fading—but now there’s “hot dog anxiety” 🌭⚡
With ultra-fast charging (10–80% in ~16 min), drivers may be charging longer than needed and paying more.
More:
insideevs.com/news/796488/vo…
#EVCharging
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EVs are going big 🚙⚡
Three-row electric SUVs are making it easier for families to go electric—with more space, range, and road trip capability than ever.
autoguide.com/auto-news/2022…
#EVs
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Freight trucks are a major source of air pollution—and a big opportunity for electrification 🚛⚡
Electric trucks can cut harmful emissions and improve air quality, especially in frontline communities.
Learn more:
ucs.org/resources/addressing…
#EVTrucks #CleanAir
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Global EV sales are on track to hit 23M in 2026 (~30% of new car sales)—another record year. ⚡🌎
Despite early 2026 dips, momentum is strong worldwide.
Read more:
electrek.co/2026/05/19/iea-g…
#EVs #CleanTransport
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Global EV sales are on track to hit 23M in 2026 (~30% of new car sales)—another record year. ⚡🌎
Despite early 2026 dips, momentum is strong worldwide. [electrek.co]
Read more:
electrek.co/2026/05/19/iea-g…
#EVs #CleanTransport
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EV roads that charge while driving are getting real.
Wireless charging pilots are underway—powering vehicles in motion and reducing range anxiety.
Big implications for freight long-distance travel.
roadsbridges.com/road-constr…
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A proposed $130 annual EV fee is unfair.
It can exceed what gas drivers pay and risks slowing EV adoption at a critical time.
We need modern, equitable road funding—not penalties on cleaner vehicles.
nytimes.com/2026/05/19/busin…
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Solid-state breakthrough 🔋
Nano-tin tech delivers:
• >350 Wh/kg
• 500 cycles durability
• Lower pressure requirements
A real step toward safer, longer-range EV batteries.
interestingengineering.com/e…
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EV growth isn’t slowing—it’s globalizing.
IEA: ~23M EV sales in 2026 (~30% share), despite early dips. Growth is accelerating globally.
Policy matters more than demand right now.
electrek.co/2026/05/19/iea-g…
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Minnesota EV drivers say new tab renewal fees caught them off guard.
As states rethink road funding beyond gas taxes, the challenge is clear: design policies that are fair, transparent, and don’t slow EV adoption.
Trust clarity matter as much as revenue.
startribune.com/minnesota-ev…
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Your EV can do more than drive. ⚡🚗
GM’s Energy Home System lets EVs act as backup power for your home, adding resilience during outages. The future of EVs is bigger than transportation.
🔗 electrek.co/2026/05/09/gm-ca…
#DriveElectricMN #V2H #EVTech
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How can electric school buses benefit your community? 🚌⚡
Join @MN350 to learn about cleaner air, cost savings, and climate impacts.
Register: mn350.org/events/what-can-el…
#ElectricSchoolBuses #CleanEnergy
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EV batteries aren’t just for cars anymore 🔋
The “Battery Belt” is expanding to support energy storage for the grid, data centers, and renewables—strengthening the backbone of electrification.
🔗 batterytechonline.com/ev-bat…
#DriveElectricMN #EnergyStorage #EVs
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Thinking about going electric? ⚡
MotorTrend highlights some of the best EV deals of May 2026—with big incentives on popular models like the IONIQ 5 and EV6.
EVs are becoming more affordable than ever.
🔗 motortrend.com/features/best…
#DriveElectricMN #EVDeals
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Higher gas prices cheaper EVs = a tipping point. ⚡
For many drivers, going electric is no longer about ideals—it’s about dollars and cents.
nytimes.com/2026/04/27/upsho…
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A flood of off‑lease EVs is coming to used car lots. ⚡🚘
More supply = lower prices = easier EV adoption. The used EV moment is just getting started.
nytimes.com/2026/04/25/busin…
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The 2026 Kia EV6 just got a big price cut—now starting under $40k. 🚗⚡
EV affordability isn’t coming “someday.” It’s happening now.
insideevs.com/news/793932/20…
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